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Propagation of Variola Virus in the Developing Egg
Since the early reports of Goodpasture and his coworkers1, 2, 3 the chorio-allantoic membrane of the developing chick has been used for the propagation of a number of filterable viruses. This paper reports the propagation of the virus of variola major isolated directly from the pustular content of an active case.
B. Eddie, A. S. Lazarus, K. F. Meyer
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Are We Prepared in Case of a Possible Smallpox-Like Disease Emergence?
Smallpox was the first human disease to be eradicated, through a concerted vaccination campaign led by the World Health Organization. Since its eradication, routine vaccination against smallpox has ceased, leaving the world population susceptible to ...
Victoria A. Olson, Sergei N. Shchelkunov
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Public health reforms and the mortality decline in nineteenth‐century Italy
Abstract This study examines the impact of Italy's 1887–8 health reforms on mortality, contributing to the historical debate on the state's role in Europe's health transition. Leveraging event‐study‐style difference‐in‐differences approach, we assess the effectiveness of the Crispi–Pagliani reforms, which strengthened public health governance and ...
Francesco Maria Salvatore Fiore Melacrinis+1 more
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Therapeutic cancer vaccines require CD8+ T‐cell activation for efficacy. This response can be enhanced by rationally designing polymeric nanoparticle adjuvants. The importance of antigen location for the adjuvanticity of polymeric nanoparticles has not been fully resolved.
Jorge Huete‐Carrasco+6 more
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Abstract Background Blood donors represent a unique population. Pre‐donation screening questions, donor self‐deferral, and temporary deferral and re‐testing of repeat reactive donors result in lower prevalence of infectious disease compared to the general population.
Carmen L. Charlton+3 more
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Autopsy findings in cases of fatal COVID‐19 vaccine‐induced myocarditis
Abstract COVID‐19 vaccines have been linked to myocarditis, which, in some circumstances, can be fatal. This systematic review aims to investigate potential causal links between COVID‐19 vaccines and death from myocarditis using post‐mortem analysis.
Nicolas Hulscher+3 more
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Replication of Variola Virus in Suspended Cultures of Mammalian Cells [PDF]
The studies reported here describe the successful propagation of variola virus in spinner cultures of mammalian cells, and the factors which influence its growth. Five established cell lines were used for the propagation of variola virus in a spinner culture system.
Leonard A. Mika, James B. Pirsch
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The absence of herd immunity to orthopoxviruses and the concern that variola or monkeypox viruses could be used for bioterroristic activities has stimulated the development of therapeutics and safer prophylactics.
R. Mark Buller+4 more
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Smallpox in the Post-Eradication Era
Widespread vaccination programmes led to the global eradication of smallpox, which was certified by the World Health Organisation (WHO), and, since 1978, there has been no case of smallpox anywhere in the world.
Hermann Meyer+2 more
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Neem (Azadirachta indica): A Miracle Herb; Panacea for All Ailments
This comprehensive review highlights the diverse phytochemicals derived from neem leaves, extraction techniques, and their medicinal value in the treatment of multiple medical conditions. This miraculous plant has significant potential for enhanced effectiveness.
Tabussam Tufail+7 more
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